SNAP Lapses Spark Local Action in Maryland
Maryland residents and local organizations mobilized quickly to support families facing food insecurity after SNAP benefits lapsed.
Southern Maryland is known for its natural beauty, maritime history and strong sense of community. For many, that meant stepping up to volunteer time, money or goods when essential programs like Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding ran out during the government shutdown.
Charity Navigator reported a 600% increase in food drive donations in the last week of October. People also volunteered in record numbers. This was true in our Southern Maryland counties as well — online groups shared stories, shared links to food drives and made recommendations for how to get help.
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